March weather forecast
Bradford, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bradford, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bradford is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bradford, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bradford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bradford. In Bradford, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bradford, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Bradford is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Bradford?

The high-temperature, in March, in Bradford, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bradford?

In Bradford, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bradford?

In Bradford, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bradford in March?

In March, in Bradford, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bradford have in March?

In March, the average day length in Bradford, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bradford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Bradford?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Bradford, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Bradford?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Bradford is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bradford?

In Bradford, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bradford, IA

Average temperature in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bradford, IA

Average pressure in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bradford, IA

Average wind speed in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bradford, IA

Average humidity in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bradford, IA

Average rainfall in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bradford, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bradford, IA

Average snowfall in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bradford, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bradford, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bradford, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bradford, IA

Average UV index in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bradford, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Bradford, IA

Average visibility in March - Bradford, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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